Citrus County, FL
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $981/mo | $883 – $1,079/mo |
| 1 BR | $988/mo | $889 – $1,087/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,225/mo | $1,103 – $1,348/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,704/mo | $1,534 – $1,874/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,016/mo | $1,814 – $2,218/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Citrus County, FL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Citrus County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Citrus County
- Citrus County Housing Services
2804 W Marc Knighton Ct Unit 12, Lecanto, FL, 34461 · 3525277520
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Citrus County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $27,950 |
| 2 people | $31,950 |
| 3 people | $35,950 |
| 4 people | $39,900 |
| 5 people | $43,100 |
| 6 people | $46,300 |
| 7 people | $49,500 |
| 8 people | $52,700 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Citrus County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
COLONNADE PARK
1800 COLONADE STREET, INVERNESS, FL, 34453106 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051- 119 income-restricted units89 1BR, 30 2BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045
MARINA DEL RAY
265 FATHOM LOOP, BEVERLY HILLS, FL, 34465100 income-restricted units66 1BR, 34 2BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034PELICAN COVE - CRYSTAL RIVER
9826 W ARMS DR, CRYSTAL RIVER, FL, 3442985 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034- 36 income-restricted units28 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19944% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
INVERNESS CLUB
518 ELLA AVE, INVERNESS, FL, 3445072 income-restricted units of 74 totalBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021RIVER REACH (CRYSTAL RIVER)
2151 N RIVER REACH CIR, CRYSTAL RIVER, FL, 3442842 income-restricted units40 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19914% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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